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Cycling
An increasingly popular recreational sport, cycling is fun as well as great exercise. Whether or not you intend to be a serious biker, there is certain equipment that you will need. There are many different types of equipment to choose from, and you want to make sure to get the right type for what you'll be using it for. You don't want to be stuck with a mountain bike if you're mostly going to be riding on a paved street.
Bikes
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Things to consider before making your purchase |
Perfect for racing and tracks, road bikes are the lightest of the bunch. |
For rough terrains and unexpected conditions, these bikes have full suspension. |
The simplest and purest form of cycling, these bikes have no additional gears or brakes. |
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Designed for the maximum amount of comfort, these bikes are great for the casual cyclist who just wants to cruise down the streets. |
Combine the excitement of motocross to cycling with a small frame and wheel pegs, perfect for showing off impressive tricks. |
Similar to road bikes but built for much more intense conditions, these are ideal for someone interested in racing down a rough hill. |
Get your kids started early with their very own bike. Fun, full of flair, and complete with training wheels! |
Essential Parts
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Moves chains from one sprocket to another when shifting gears. |
Essentially, what powers and drives the bicycle. |
Find the right tire for the conditions you ride in. |
Sit comfortably whether you are going on a long journey or a short trek. |
The core of the road bike. |
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Attaches the front steering wheel to the rest of the bicycle. |
Connects the handlebars with the bike frame. |
Choose wheels based on your style of cycling. |
Ideal handlebars won't irritate your hands and will position your body correctly. |
Adjusts the way the bike saddle sits on the bicycle. |
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Control your gears and brakes with air-tight precision. |
Attaches to the bike pedals as a part of the drivetrain. |
Transfers power from the drivetrain to the bicycle wheels. |
The newest and most popular braking system. |
The core of the mountain bike with full suspension. |
Accessories
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Protect your head and stay out of trouble with a sturdy helmet. |
Lower the pressure on your hands and avoid getting blisters when gripping handlebars. |
A must for all competitive cyclists who want shoes that offer stiff soles and and good breathability. |
In order to ride comfortably, a pair of bike shorts is essential. Check out the different types available. |
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Mount one on your bike to see your cycling speed, distance, and inclination. |
Cyclists wear one of these to track their heart rate. |
Measure your power output on your bike. |
Get the exercise your want from your bike without having to go outside.. |
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Keep your tires in peak condition. |
Transport your bike in one of these and it will never see any damage. |
Protect your bike from theft. |
Attach your bicycle to your car with a bike rack for easy transport. |
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Straighten your wheel with the help of one of these. |
Keep your body aerodynamic and sweat-free. |
When biking at night, bike lights are important for your vision but also for signaling drivers and other cyclists. |
Keep everything you need from water to nutrition bars in a bike pack that can be mounted to your bike. |
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Take your child on a safe and fun ride. |
Stay alert and vigilant with a bike mirror. |
Even if you can't see the other people on the road, they will definitely see you with LED reflectors attached to your bike.
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Keep up your energy levels and stave off hunger when biking. |
International Resources
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DE: Radsport